August 6th marks ten years since a fire erupted at the Chevron Richmond Refinery. A large cloud of toxic smoke billowed over the town and sent thousands to hospitals. That day changed the city. KQED climate reporter Ezra David Romero spoke to residents who are calling for a Chevron-free Richmond and will march on the anniversary. 

<p>August 6th marks ten years since a fire erupted at the Chevron Richmond Refinery. A large cloud of toxic smoke billowed over the town and sent thousands to hospitals. That day changed the city. KQED climate reporter Ezra David Romero spoke to residents who are calling for a Chevron-free Richmond and will march on the anniversary. </p>

KQED serves the people of Northern California with a community-supported alternative to commercial media. We provide citizens with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions; convene community dialogue; bring the arts to everyone; and engage audiences to share their stories.

<p>KQED serves the people of Northern California with a community-supported alternative to commercial media. We provide citizens with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions; convene community dialogue; bring the arts to everyone; and engage audiences to share their stories.</p>

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